Kökars museum, Kökar, Åland, Finland

Museum is situated in an former school building, and features photoraphs and objects telling the story of way of living in the Kökar island before WWII. Fishing and seafaring are well represented, as well as farming and domestic work including textile and clothing. The museum also has a boat hall, smithy, ceramics workshop, cowshed and a log house.

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Tatu Sorsa (3 years ago)
This place is worth of visit. All of Kökars history is visible here. Atmosphere takes you warmly in straight to the history

Pasi Niittymäki (3 years ago)
Really great exhibition. The museum’s cozy area would have spent many hours enchanted by the history and nostalgia of the outer archipelago. Thanks also to a lovely guide named Riitta for courteous and cheerful service. I recommend ?

Matti Hanni (3 years ago)
Great place and really lots to see

Stefan Norrgrann (3 years ago)
Genuine and interesting for the whole family. A must if you are at Kökar!

Leena Kontola (4 years ago)
Wonderful museum

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